The first 30 minutes of use will be free with fees for riding charged after that limit.

Fees will decrease in cost over longer periods.

“This is the city known for its addiction to the single passenger automobile but we’re gonna start getting addicted to a bike,” Villaraigosa added.

CicLAvia closed streets between the eastern edge of Hollywood and the Westlake and Pico-Union districts, primarily along New Hampshire Avenue and 7th Street. At Figueroa and 7th streets downtown, the closure forked north to Chinatown, east to Boyle Heights, and south to “jazz row” on Central Avenue.

The event, which is in its fourth year, is now held twice a year due to its overwhelming attendance.